This post is a paid partnership on behalf of Pigeon Forge Tourism but all opinions are our own. The Great Smoky Mountains are a year-round destination for all ages. Each of the towns that make it up have their own attractions, restaurants, and experiences. But perhaps the most well-known is Pigeon Forge. Named for an iron forge established in the 1800s, the town is known … [Read more...] about Why Winter is the Best Time for a Trip to Pigeon Forge
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Best Hikes in Tennessee
The state of Tennessee spans roughly 440 miles from the banks of the Mississippi River to the mountains of the southern Appalachians. Within those borders lie numerous parks, natural areas, and points of interest. We highlight just a few favorites. The hikes listed below are by no means a complete list, but provide the visitor with a glimpse of the diversity the region has to … [Read more...] about Best Hikes in Tennessee
5 Easy Day Trips from Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee was the original state capital and boasts such accomplishments as home to the Tennessee Valley Authority, the 1982 World's Fair, and its role in the Manhattan Project. Whether you are skipping town to see new sights or avoid the madness of game day, these locations are sure to impress. It’s easy to pick up your rental car downtown or at the airport and … [Read more...] about 5 Easy Day Trips from Knoxville
Small Town Saturday: Clarksville, TN
Credit: Sammi Eubanks While not a small town, as Tennessee's fifth-largest city, Clarksville retains a small-town atmosphere. Founded in 1785, the town was named for General George Rogers Clark, a Revolutionary War hero and brother of William Clark of "Lewis and Clark" fame. In 1838, it became a part of tragic history when it was the site of a stop along the Trail of Tears. … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Clarksville, TN
The South’s Highest Peaks
Alabama: Cheaha Mountain (2,407 ft) Credit: Caroline Eubanks Cheaha Mountain is one of the easiest peaks to "bag" in the south. With a historic Civilian Conservation Corps observation tower within Cheaha State Park, visitors can drive right up to the top. The tower is accessible by an enclosed stairway only so it may not be ideal for those who experience mobility … [Read more...] about The South’s Highest Peaks
